Peklep

Peklep is a coined term used in some online circles and in speculative fiction to denote a small, seemingly inconsequential trigger that leads to a larger sequence of events. In this sense, a peklep acts as a narrative device—a minor cause that has outsized consequences, without requiring the trigger to be important in itself.

Etymology and usage: The origin of peklep is uncertain. It appears to be a nonce word created in informal contexts, with no fixed spelling or single accepted definition. Its meaning varies by community, and it is often defined by example rather than through formal etymology.

Common contexts include writing prompts, role-playing games, and discussions about causality in fiction. A peklep moment might be a chance remark, a forgotten object, or a small action that sets a chain reaction in motion, thereby driving plot or character development forward.

Because peklep is not an established term, usage is informal and context-dependent. It is typically used descriptively rather than prescriptively, and it often functions as a shorthand for discussing cause-effect relationships in stories.

See also: narrative device, MacGuffin, plot hook.